Sr. Scrum Master - Commercial Insurance - Transportation (Atlanta, GA; Peoria, IL or Tempe, AZ)

About Us

We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose : to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results. Apply today to make a difference with us.

RLI is a company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company.

Position Purpose

Under general management, coordinates a cross-functional Agile development team utilizing the principles and tools of the Scrum Framework. They possess expertise in multiple areas of operation and help to oversee the scrum and development team by being knowledgeable in Agile methodology and Scrum and educating others.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Help the product owner and development team achieve customer satisfaction.

Lead the scrum and development teams in self-organization.

Remove impediments and coach the scrum team on removing impediments.

Help the scrum and development teams to identify and fill in blanks in the Agile framework.

Resolve conflicts and issues that occur, and identify and manage the backlog.

Help the scrum team achieve higher levels of scrum maturity.

Support the product owner and provide education where needed.

Act as a liaison between the business units and technology and support teams.

Serves as a primary contact for interactions with parties external to RLI, for defining requirements and the execution of project plans.

Education & Experience

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in an computer science, computer information systems, business administration

6+ years of related experience leading / managing teams or project delivery

[OR] equivalent level of education and experience

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

Familiar with project management and SDLC methodologies.

Ability to use analytical methods in business processes to find workable solutions.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts.

Ability to generate complex solutions within the IT department.

Familiarity with project delivery methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.

A data and analytical background and experience working on insurance-related products is preferred.

Compensation Overview

The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications / credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future.

Base Pay Range

$99,095.00 - $141,706.00

Total Rewards

At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee.

Financial Incentives

Annual bonus plans

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution

Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)

Work & Life

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities

Parental and family care leave

Flexible & hybrid work arrangements

Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform

Employee assistance program

Health & Wellness

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance

Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase

Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Personal & Professional Growth

RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include :

Training & certification opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Education bonuses

Diversity & Inclusion

Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results.

RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.